A review by shimmery
Wolf Hall by Hilary Mantel

4.0

Whilst I didn't quite agree with the testimony on the cover that said this book would be the most gripping I'd read this year, it was enjoyable and beautifully written. Mantel gives humanity to history, telling the story of Thomas Cromwell working under Henry the 8th as he battles to wed Anne Boleyn. Though at times a little overwhelmed with the sheer amount of characters and conversations about laws and technicalities, this is a really good story and brings out modern themes in a 16th century setting. I was really impressed by little details that Mantel has imagined for these historic figures; her characterisation is superb. Well worth a read.